A recent Wall Street Journal report claims the U.S. government is investigating Tether, stirring fears in the crypto world. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino dismissed the report as “old noise,” but it has already rattled the market.

The report reveals a criminal investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office into Tether’s alleged use in illicit activities. Simultaneously, the Treasury Department is contemplating sanctions due to Tether's connections to groups like Hamas and Russian arms dealers.

Despite these claims, Tether defended itself, stating, “To suggest that Tether is involved in aiding criminals is outrageous.” They emphasize their collaboration with law enforcement to combat misuse of their platform.

The market reacted sharply, with Bitcoin and Ethereum both seeing declines following the news.

A recent Wall Street Journal report claims the U.S. government is investigating Tether, stirring fears in the crypto world. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino dismissed the report as “old noise,” but it has already rattled the market.

The report reveals a criminal investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office into Tether’s alleged use in illicit activities. Simultaneously, the Treasury Department is contemplating sanctions due to Tether's connections to groups like Hamas and Russian arms dealers.

Despite these claims, Tether defended itself, stating, “To suggest that Tether is involved in aiding criminals is outrageous.” They emphasize their collaboration with law enforcement to combat misuse of their platform.

The market reacted sharply, with Bitcoin and Ethereum both seeing declines following the news.